Glaukos Corporation · 1 day ago
Clinical Research Director
Aliso Viejo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expGlaukos Corporation is at the forefront of ophthalmic innovation, and they are seeking a Clinical Research Director to lead groundbreaking clinical studies. This role involves managing all aspects of clinical research from protocol development to regulatory compliance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of their products while enhancing patient outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Drive Study Execution: Manage all aspects of clinical studies from initiation to closure, including site selection, product management, and communication with study sites. Strong project management skills are essential to tracking milestones and achieving targets
Support Protocol Development: Contribute to the creation of study protocols in compliance with regulatory standards. Your expertise will help ensure protocols align with clinical operations and regulatory requirements, meet the highest industry standards, and contribute to a strong relationship between Glaukos and our investigation partners
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Clinical, Regulatory, R&D, and Marketing teams to design and implement successful clinical research programs. Your experience in managing multi-disciplinary projects will drive innovation and seamless integration
Develop Budgets & Contracts: Lead the development of clinical study site budgets, negotiate contracts, and manage vendors. Your ability to manage complex budgets and maintain vendor relationships will ensure smooth study operations
Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams: Build and develop a team of clinical research professionals, fostering a culture of excellence. Prior leadership experience in clinical research is crucial to guide the team and ensure top performance
Drive Enrollment: Proactively identify and address enrollment challenges, using your creative problem-solving skills to ensure enrollment targets are met on time
Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Prepare and submit reports external and internal stakeholders, maintaining a deep understanding of industry regulations to ensure compliance throughout study processes
Contribute to Process Development: Collaborate with Clinical Compliance to refine and develop SOPs and other department processes, leveraging your experience to ensure clinical operations are efficient and effective
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
12+ years of relevant clinical research experience, preferably in ophthalmology and medical devices, with 9+ years of direct study management
Minimum 4 years of supervisory experience in clinical settings
Combination products or pharmaceuticals necessary to be considered
Experience in ophthalmology and surgical procedures required
Proven leadership in managing multiple clinical trials, including CRA and vendor management, meeting milestones, and managing timelines
Strong skills in study auditing, site monitoring, adverse event reporting, and training CRAs
Expertise in negotiating/executing site and vendor budgets, analyzing study data, and preparing study reports
Experience with study design, protocol writing, and clinical study documentation while successfully problem-solving and cross-functionally collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to write SOPs and develop processes for improved quality and efficiency, with a willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
master's and/or other advanced degree preferred in biological sciences, nursing, or health-related discipline
Company
Glaukos Corporation
At Glaukos, our focus is to develop and lead the global ophthalmic market with novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases—therapies that advance the existing standard of care and enrich the lives and treatment alternatives for patients worldwide.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$121MKey Investors
Meritech Capital PartnersOrbiMed
2015-06-25IPO
2013-02-07Series F· $30M
2012-10-03Debt Financing· $6M
Leadership Team
Alex Thurman
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Joseph Gilliam
President & Chief Operating Officer
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